Annual Report 2018 - Flipbook - Page 5
WHY WE DO
WHAT WE DO
According to the U.S. Social Security Administration, 1.9 million children under the
age of 18 have lost either ONE or BOTH parents. This loss is one of, if not the most
life-altering experiences a child will endure. As they grieve, they face enormous
challenges:
1-in-5 children face learning, emotional, or behavioral problems due to the
family system changing;
1/7 children are more likely to experience problems with concentration,
communication, and health;
Higher levels of depression;
The loss of childhood -- grieving children still need to experience being
children, but many are forced to grow up too young, which causes regression
later in life;
A significantly higher feeling of loss of control over their environment;
A pervasive sense of isolation.
CAMP HELPS.
It provides a safe environment where kids can explore their grief, break the isolation
they may feel with their non-camp peers, and have a whole lot of fun. They have the
opportunity to meet and connect with kids who are coping with similar challenges,
while getting all of the benefits of the traditional summer camp experience. Through
team sports, favorite camp traditions and community living they learn about
leadership, confidence and cooperation. Under the guidance of professional
bereavement staff, campers have the opportunity to share stories and remember the
one who died, while exploring skills that will help them after camp.
